Solution Analyst (Industrial Engineer)

As a Solution Analyst, you are part of the professional solution team where you provide support and technical expertise for projects throughout the project lifecycle (including implementation /installation, configuration, testing, training delivery, deployment, production support). Provide regular status reports for updating the customer to support the management of customer technical and process expectations. Works on projects/assignments of moderate scope. Works under general supervision on routine assignment/projects and direct supervision on new assignment/projects.This is a full-time, permanent salaried position, sitting onsite in our Chicago office and MXD facility 2-3x per week.Primary Responsibilities:Maintain effective relationships with internal customers and technical peers to support effective deliveryProvide information and feedback to internal customers in a timely, accurate and appropriate manner, as required by defined project activities, ensuring that key messages are communicated effectivelyUnderstand the context of the project, its key deliverables and engagement model.Understand each assigned project task and its relationship to delivery of the work streamProvide accurate and timely information to technical team lead or project management team as requiredAs required, contribute to the generation of the relevant level of project documentation in line with Project Management MethodologyAs directed, contribute to quality and phase gate reviewsAs directed, contribute to the review of technical implementation experiences with project delivery team, capturing and sharing lessons learned as part of the project review and close activitiesContribute to social commentary and share experiences to support organizations knowledge sharing initiativesDevelop/maintain an understanding of latest technical and industry trends.Keep up to date with Best Practices and methods within own area of specialism, and apply these in everyday rolePreferred Knowledge/Skillset:Successfully completed required training on business, compliance & ethical guidelines/standards and has applied these in own roleCan explain the importance and value of business standards, compliance & ethics, and can explain how it supports customer and business success.Can explain the main components of Technical Consulting, how they relate to each other and why they are important to the company’s successUnderstands basic technical consulting standards and processes, and applies these in own roleUnderstands key components of a single product set, how they relate to each other, their main features, functions and business benefits.Able to undertake standard user tasks in the softwareUnderstand the industry processes and manufacturing concepts related to the productQualifications/Experience:Ideally 0-1 years of experience in engineering and/or manufacturing processes for design and development of products.Ability to effectively communicate progress, status, and issues to internal and external customers.Ability to obtain and meet Business goals and results.Ability to work independently, as well as on a team.Proficient with MS Office applications, such as Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.Willingness and ability to travel up to 30%Education:Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, Manufacturing Engineering Technology, Industrial and Operations Engineering or a similar field of study.Benefits:Comprehensive medical, vision, & dental insurance with a variety of plan options to suit your needs.Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) with 10 paid holidays.100% company paid short term and long-term disability.100% company paid life insurance.401k Employer Match of 50% (dollar-for-dollar) of an eligible employee's contribution up to 6% of your salaryPet InsuranceOpportunities for Professional Growth (e.g., trainings/workshops, certifications, career planning, etc.)Hybrid Work Schedule (2-3 days onsite in Chicago).